When F72 is issued
Rule 16-1(25) says that after an assessment of costs, or if the party charged consents to the amount, a registrar must certify the amount by endorsing the original bill or issuing Form F72. The party assessing costs then files the certificate.
Expenses can also use F72
The Rules also use Form F72 to certify specified expenses assessed under Family Law Act expense provisions. The basis for “expenses” is distinct from the ordinary Appendix B party-and-party costs tariff.
F55, F71 and F72 have different jobs
F71 sets out the bill being claimed, F55 is the appointment that brings an assessment before a registrar, and F72 records the certified amount after assessment or consent.
Keep the chain of documents clear
A costs file is easier to understand when the order or agreement creating entitlement, the bill, supporting expense material, appointment and final certificate are kept together.
Related guides
Form F71 · Form F55 · Costs guide.